2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
